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Science Quiz

Total questions: 79

Worksheet time: 53mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the purpose of safety goggles in a laboratory?

a)

To protect feet from slipping

b)

To protect eyes from chemical splashes and flying debris

c)

To protect hands from burns

d)

To protect ears from loud noises

2.

What is the function of a Bunsen Burner in a laboratory?

a)

Provides a controlled flame for heating substances

b)

Measures the intensity of light absorbed by a substance

c)

Spins samples at high speeds to separate components

d)

Determines the acidity or alkalinity of a solution

3.

Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

a)

Stratosphere

b)

Troposphere

c)

Mesosphere

d)

Thermosphere

4.

What is the average distance of the Earth from the Sun?

a)

Approximately 149.6 million kilometers

b)

Approximately 100 million kilometers

c)

Approximately 200 million kilometers

d)

Approximately 300 million kilometers

5.

Which type of cells contain membrane-bound organelles such as nucleus and mitochondria?

a)

Prokaryotic Cells

b)

Animal Cells

c)

Plant Cells

d)

Bacterial Cells

6.

What is the function of a spectrophotometer?

a)

Determines the acidity or alkalinity of a solution

b)

Spins samples at high speeds to separate components based on density

c)

Measures the intensity of light absorbed by a substance as a function of wavelength

d)

Provides controlled conditions for the growth of microbiological cultures

7.

What is the primary form of energy associated with the flow of electric charge through conductors?

a)

Chemical Energy

b)

Electrical Energy

c)

Thermal Energy

d)

Mechanical Energy

8.

What is the main function of a fume hood in a laboratory?

a)

Used to flush eyes or skin in case of exposure to chemicals

b)

Spins samples at high speeds to separate components based on density

c)

Provides ventilation to remove harmful gases, vapors, or dust from the laboratory workspace

d)

Used to extinguish small fires in the laboratory

9.

What is the primary function of the nucleus in a cell?

a)

Regulates what enters and leaves the cell, composed of a phospholipid bilayer

b)

Contains genetic material (DNA) and controls cell activities

c)

Provides controlled conditions for the growth of microbiological cultures

d)

Gel-like substance where organelles are suspended

10.

What is the primary function of the cytoplasm in a cell?

a)

Gel-like substance where organelles are suspended

b)

Regulates what enters and leaves the cell, composed of a phospholipid bilayer

c)

Contains genetic material (DNA) and controls cell activities

d)

Provides controlled conditions for the growth of microbiological cultures

11.

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

a)

Provides controlled conditions for the growth of microbiological cultures

b)

Gel-like substance where organelles are suspended

c)

Contains genetic material (DNA) and controls cell activities

d)

Regulates what enters and leaves the cell, composed of a phospholipid bilayer

12.

What is the primary function of a pH meter?

a)

Determines the acidity or alkalinity of a solution

b)

Measures the intensity of light absorbed by a substance as a function of wavelength

c)

Spins samples at high speeds to separate components based on density

d)

Provides controlled conditions for the growth of microbiological cultures

13.

What is the primary function of an incubator in a laboratory?

a)

Measures the intensity of light absorbed by a substance as a function of wavelength

b)

Provides controlled conditions for the growth of microbiological cultures

c)

Determines the acidity or alkalinity of a solution

d)

Spins samples at high speeds to separate components based on density

14.

What is the primary function of a fire extinguisher in a laboratory?

a)

Used to extinguish small fires in the laboratory

b)

Provides ventilation to remove harmful gases, vapors, or dust from the laboratory workspace

c)

Spins samples at high speeds to separate components based on density

d)

Used to flush eyes or skin in case of exposure to chemicals

15.

What is the primary function of a pipette in a laboratory?

a)

Determines the acidity or alkalinity of a solution

b)

Measures the intensity of light absorbed by a substance as a function of wavelength

c)

Provides a controlled flame for heating substances

d)

Used for precise measurement and transfer of liquids

16.
Why do volcanoes and earthquakes occur in so many of the same areas?
a)
the crustal plates are moving
b)
earthquakes cause volcanos
c)
volcanos cause earthquakes
d)
landslides cause everything
17.
Why do volcanoes and earthquakes occur in so many of the same areas?
a)
the crustal plates are moving
b)
earthquakes cause volcanos
c)
volcanos cause earthquakes
d)
landslides cause everything
18.
Why do volcanoes and earthquakes occur in so many of the same areas?
a)
the crustal plates are moving
b)
earthquakes cause volcanos
c)
volcanos cause earthquakes
d)
landslides cause everything
19.

A ____________________ is the remains or traces of an organism that lived long ago.

a)

rock

b)

relative age

c)

fossil

d)

extinct

20.

Draw the sun

21-23.

About the Solar System

The solar system is a vast and fascinating place, consisting of various celestial bodies that orbit around the sun. These bodies include planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, each with its unique characteristics and properties.

Orbits

One of the key aspects of the solar system is the orbits of the celestial bodies. Planets and moons follow elliptical paths around the sun, while moons orbit around their respective planets. The gravitational pull of the sun keeps these bodies in their orbits, maintaining the delicate balance of the solar system.

Planets

There are eight planets in our solar system, each with its distinct features and composition. From the rocky terrain of Mercury to the gaseous giants like Jupiter and Saturn, the planets offer a diverse range of environments for exploration and study.

Moons

Moons are natural satellites that orbit around planets, providing valuable insights into the planetary systems. Some moons, like Earth's moon, have unique geological features, while others, such as Jupiter's Europa, hold the potential for extraterrestrial life.

21.

What type of paths do planets and moons follow around the sun?

a)

Circular paths

b)

Elliptical paths

c)

Spiral paths

d)

Straight paths

22.

How many planets are there in our solar system?

a)

Five

b)

Eight

c)

Ten

d)

Twelve

23.

What is the central body around which various celestial bodies in the solar system orbit?

a)

Earth

b)

Moon

c)

Sun

d)

Mars

24.

Which is the hottest planet in our solar system?

a)

VENUS

b)

MARS

c)

MERCURY

25.

Which is the smallest planet in our Solar System?

a)

JUPITER

b)

MERCURY

c)

SATURN

26.

Which planet in our Solar System takes less than 10 hours to complete its rotation?

a)

VENUS

b)

EARTH

c)

JUPITER

27.

This planet has the most prominent ring system around it in our solar system ________

a)

SATURN

b)

EARTH

c)

JUPITER

28.

This planet is known as the blue planet _______

a)

VENUS

b)

JUPITER

c)

EARTH

29.

This planet is known as the red planet ________

a)

MARS

b)

VENUS

c)

SATURN

30.

which is the brightest planet in our solar system ?

a)

EARTH

b)

VENUS

c)

MARS

31.

Which is the biggest planet in our solar system

a)

EARTH

b)

VENUS

c)

JUPITER

32.

Which is the closest star to Earth?

a)

SUN

b)

MARS

c)

SATURN

33.

Earth completes one rotation in approximately __________ hours

a)

34

b)

25

c)

24

34.

What cell organelle Breaks down food for releasing energy for the cell?

a)

Ribosomes

b)

Lysosomes

c)

Mitochondria

d)

Golgi Body

35.

What type of cell is bacteria?

a)

Unicellular

b)

Multicellular

c)

Eukaryotes

d)

Prokaryotes

36.

Who is the CEO of the cell?

a)

Ribosomes

b)

Nucleus

c)

Endoplasmic Reticulum

d)

Cytoskeleton

37.

What is the function of plasma membrane

a)

make proteins

b)

transports materials within cell; process lipids

c)

controls what goes in and out of the cell

d)

breaks down waste, food, and worn out cell parts

38.

What type of osmosis occurs when water goes out of a raisin?

a)

Endoplasmic-Osmosis

b)

Exo-Osmosis

c)

Endo-Osmosis

d)

Osmosmosis

39.

What is the function of chloroplasts?

a)

To create energy by breaking down foods and waste

b)

To perform photosynthesis

c)

Makes proteins and vitamin D

d)

helps the ER or the cell

40.

What makes ribosomes?

(a)  

41.

What type of cell abrobs water?

a)

Root Hair cells

b)

Protists

c)

Plant cells

d)

Animal cells

42.

What is in red blood cells?

a)

lymphocytes

b)

monocytes

c)

eosinophils

d)

hemoglobin

43.

What is a glass or plastic bottle with a long neck that is used to measure liquids?

a)

Graduated Cylinder

b)

Flask

c)

Beaker

d)

Test Tube

44.

What is worn to protect eyes?

a)

Safety Goggles

b)

Swim Goggles

c)

Sunglasses

d)

Eye Patch

45.

What is a wooden stick with a straight edge that is used for measuring length and width?

a)

Ruler

b)

Meter Stick

c)

Measurer

d)

Wooden Stick

46.

What is a skinny cylinder shaped container that is used for measuring the volume of liquids?

a)

Beaker

b)

Test Tube

c)

Flask

d)

Graduated Cylinder

47.

What is a cone shaped instrument with a wide top and a narrow bottom that helps guide liquid into a small area?

a)

Tunnel

b)

Angle

c)

Funnel

d)

Flask

48.

What is a finger length of glass tubing that opens at the top and has a “U” shaped bottom?

a)

Flask

b)

Beaker

c)

Test Tube

d)

Tube Tester

49.

What is used for finding the mass of an object?

a)

Scale

b)

Triple Beam Balance

c)

Weigher

d)

Mass

50.

What is a device used to measure temperature changes?

a)

Temperature

b)

Thermometer

c)

Weather

d)

Measurer

51.

What is a device that draws in liquid and releases it one drop at a time?

a)

Dropper

b)

Eye Dropper

c)

Pipette

d)

Pincher

52.

What is a flat bottomed jar made of glass or plastic that has a lip for pouring and it is used to measure liquids?

a)

Flask

b)

Beaker

c)

Test Tube

d)

Graduated Cylinder

53.
What safety symbol is this?
a)
Flammable 
b)
Oxidizing Agent
c)
No Open Flame
d)
Explosion
54.
What safety Symbol is this?
a)
Flamable
b)
Oxidizing Agent
c)
No Open Flame
d)
Explosion
55.
a)
Oxidizing Agent
b)
Flamable
c)
Fire Extinguisher
d)
No Open Flame
56.
a)
Very Toxic
b)
Bio hazard
c)
Recycle
d)
Electric 
57.
What does this symbol indicate?
a)
Corrosive substances are present; protect your hands.
b)
Wash your hands.
c)
Extreme temperatures are present; wear appropriate gloves.
d)
Bacteria are present.
58.
a)
Poison/Toxic
b)
Bio Hazard
c)
Radioactive
d)
Corrosive
59.
What safety symbol is this? 
a)
biohazard
b)
radiation
c)
toxic
d)
corrosive
60.
a)
Emergency Eye wash Station
b)
Safety Shower
c)
Eye positive sprinkler system
d)
Electric 
61.
What Safety Symbol is this? 
a)
Electrical Safety
b)
Animal Safety
c)
Heat Protection
d)
Sharp Object Hazard
62.

1. Which form of energy does a moving object possess?

a)

light energy

b)

sound energy

c)

mechanical energy

d)

chemical energy

63.

2. Which form of energy is transferred from one object to the other?

a)

heat energy

b)

light energy

c)

sound energy

d)

mechanical energy

64.

3. Which device uses chemical energy to produce sound?

a)

generator

b)

television

c)

radio

d)

microwave oven

65.

4. Which example has chemical energy present in it?

a)

electric circuit

b)

light bulb

c)

medicine

d)

television

66.

5. What form of energy can travel through a vacuum or an empty space?

a)

electrical energy

b)

light energy

c)

mechanical energy

d)

sound energy

67.

6. Which of the following shows that electrical energy is changed to light energy?

a)

hot iron

b)

lighted fluorescent bulb

c)

switching on the radio

d)

a boy running after drinking water

68.

7. Which energy transformation occurs in a flat iron?

a)

electrical energy to heat

b)

mechanical energy to light

c)

chemical energy to sound energy

d)

chemical energy to electrical energy

69.

8. How does energy transform when strumming a guitar?

a)

electrical energy to light energy

b)

chemical energy to light energy

c)

chemical energy to sound energy

d)

mechanical energy to sound energy

70.

9. Which of the following gives the correct order of energy transformation in a burning candle?

a)

chemical – light– light

b)

chemical – light – heat

c)

heat – chemical – light

d)

heat – light – chemical

71.

10.What is always produced when there is energy transformation?

a)

chemical

b)

electricity

c)

heat

d)

light

72.

What phase of the moon is in the picture?

a)

Full moon

b)

First Quarter

c)

Third Quarter

73.

What phase of the moon is in the picture?

a)

Waning Crescent

b)

Waxing Crescent

c)

Waxing Gibbous

d)

Waning Gibbous

74.

What phase of the moon is in the picture?

a)

Waning Crescent

b)

Waxing Crescent

c)

Waxing Gibbous

d)

Waning Gibbous

75.

What phase of the moon is in the picture?

a)

Waning Crescent

b)

Waxing Crescent

c)

Waxing Gibbous

d)

Waning Gibbous

76.

What phase of the moon is in the picture?

a)

Waning Crescent

b)

Waxing Crescent

c)

Waxing Gibbous

d)

Waning Gibbous

77.

It is an object that revolves around heavenly body on space.

a)

orbit

b)

telescope

c)

satellite

d)

asteroid

78.

Check the four major lunar phases of the moon.

a)

Gibbous

b)

Last Quarter

c)

New Moon

d)

First Quarter

e)

Full Moon

79.

How long does a lunar phase last?

a)

29.5 days

b)

7.4 days

c)

30.5 days

80.

What do you call the 4-week cycle of moon changing phases?

a)

monthly cycle

b)

lunar cycle

c)

orbital cycle

81.

How does the moon get its light?

4 lines

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